Finsbury Park life

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This cosmopolitan suburb, which would be unrecognisable to the Victorians who created it, rocks in every sense

In the 19th century Finsbury Park was created as a rural haven for Londoners
tired of the noise and grime of the City. Those Victorians would not
recognise the park now, with its music festivals, outdoor yoga classes and
baseball matches. But for today’s local residents the park is only part of
the area’s appeal. It has some fantastic restaurants and bars, and is an
easy commute to Central London. And unlike some of its more chi chi North
London neighbours, it has retained a little authentic edginess.